John Franklin Kennedy Caacbay

PVL AFC Finals G1 Creamline vs. Cignal - -2248 (1)

Article (news)

ABS-CBN News

<div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:960px;display:block" width="960"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776773611084PVL AFC Finals G1 Creamline vs. Cignal - -2248 (1).JPG" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="960"/><span class="fr-inner" style="text-align:left">The Creamline Cool Smashers. <em>PVL Media Bureau</em></span></span></span></div><p>MANILA<strong> (UPDATED)</strong> — Creamline overwhelmed Cignal with a sweep in Game 1 of the Finals, 25-22, 25-18, 25-16, to inch closer to the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference title on Tuesday at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City.</p><p>There was no hitting on the brakes for the Cool Smashers, who are in the Finals for the 15th time, attacking with precision and focus from start to finish in the opener.</p><p>Leading the way was Jema Galanza, who registered 17 points built on 16 attacks to go with 13 excellent receptions, while Bernadeth Pons was the other player in twin-digit scoring, firing 11 points and also anchored the defense with 15 excellent digs.</p><p>They had a better attacking clip, converting 46 spikes on 167 attempts, whereas the Super Spikers nailed 38 attacks on more tries with 174. Pulling the strings altogether was Creamline&#x27;s main playmaker Jia de Guzman, who listed 22 excellent sets.</p><p>&quot;Siyempre sobrang happy kasi three sets namin nakuha &#x27;yung Cignal — malaking benefit, kasi one day preparation lang sa Game 2. So, makakapag-rest kami nang maganda, then makapag-training kasi &#x27;di pa naman tapos &#x27;yung laban. Pero siyempre, big advantage sa amin,&quot; said coach Sherwin Meneses during the postgame press conference.</p><p>Another aspect of the game that spelled the difference was the opposition&#x27;s errors, as the Super Spikers committed 22 mistakes, while the Cool Smashers only gave 12.</p><p>The PVL powerhouse club has a chance to close it out in Game 2 this Thursday, April 23.</p><p>Across the taraflex was Cignal, which fell to a 0-1 hole, hoping to force another affair in the Finals. Pacing the losing cause was Vanie Gandler, who had 17 points and 10 receptions, while Erika Santos chipped in 10 points and 10 digs.</p><div><br/></div><div><strong>RELATED VIDEO:</strong><br/><span class="fr-video fr-deletable fr-fvc fr-dvb fr-draggable" contenteditable="false" draggable="true"><iframe width="640" height="360" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/n453T51qqts?&amp;wmode=opaque&amp;rel=0" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable"></iframe></span><br/></div>

<p>Creamline takes Game 1 of the PVL All-Filipino Conference Finals! #PVL2026 </p>

Creamline takes Game 1 of the PVL All-Filipino Conference Finals! #PVL2026

PVL: Creamline dominates Cignal in Game 1 sweep, inches closer to All-Filipino crown

News

Entertainment

Lifestyle

Sports

Metro.Style

More

Sudoku

Word of the Day

Lotto

Horoscope

Volleyball

PVL: Creamline dominates Cignal in Game 1 sweep, inches closer to All-Filipino crown

Kennedy Caacbay,

ABS-CBN News

Published April 21, 2026 08:32 PM PHT

|

Updated April 21, 2026 10:39 PM PHT

Read More:

volleyball

Premier Volleyball League

PVL Finals

PVL All-Filipino Conference

Creamline Cool Smashers

Cignal Super Spikers

ABS-CBN Newsletter

Your go-to source for the latest news, entertainment highlights, exclusive interviews, and updates on your favorite Kapamilya stars.

ABS-CBN Newsletter

Your go-to source for the latest news, entertainment highlights, exclusive interviews, and updates on your favorite Kapamilya stars.

Sign Up

I have read and agree to the Terms and Privacy Policy.

ABS-CBN is the leading media and entertainment company in the Philippines, offering quality content across TV, radio, digital, and film. Committed to public service and promoting Filipino values, ABS-CBN continues to inspire and connect audiences worldwide.

Corporate

Investors

Governance

International Distribution

Corporate

Governance

Investors

International Distribution

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

AI Policy

Terms of Service

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

NPC Seal of Registration

Privacy Policy

Terms of Service

AI Policy

Advertise with Us

© 2026 ABS-CBN Corporation. All Rights Reserved.